Nursery Assistant Manager

Toad Hall Nursery; Woking; On-site; GBP 28,791 - 35,189; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company Bonus Scheme

Employee of the month scheme

50% staff discount on childcare

Birthday day off

Annual Christmas party

Long service awards

Opportunity to purchase additional holidays

Job summary

A prominent nursery group in Woking is looking for an Assistant Nursery Manager to inspire the team and ensure the highest quality of care and education in a vibrant nursery environment. The successful candidate will lead compliance with regulations, manage budgets and occupancy alongside the Nursery Manager, and promote a collaborative and inclusive culture. Applicants should possess a full childcare qualification and ideally have management experience. The role offers a range of benefits including a company bonus scheme and staff discounts on childcare.

Qualifications

• Must possess a full and relevant qualification in childcare.
• Experience in management or leadership is preferable.
• A valid DBS check is required for this role.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with Ofsted and EYFS requirements.
• Lead and support the nursery team.
• Manage budgets, occupancy, and staffing.

Skills

Leadership

Inspiring others

Child development knowledge

Education

Full and relevant Level 3 qualification

Higher childcare qualification or management qualification

Job description

Overview

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Assistant Nursery Manager

Woking - GU21 3RT location

Base salary from £31,990.40

We're looking for an inspiring leader to join our amazing team as an Assistant Nursery Manager at our Woking nursery!

If you're passionate about early years, love supporting people, and have the drive to help a nursery grow and thrive, we'd love to hear from you. Working alongside the Nursery Manager, you'll help lead the team, ensure the highest quality of care and education, and play a key role in promoting the nursery and managing occupancy.

Bring your energy, ideas, and EYFS expertise - and help us make every day magical for children, families, and staff alike!

Please be advised if you do not possess a full and relevant qualification or experience within the childcare sector your application will not be considered.

We offer the following amazing benefits and opportunities within our established nursery group:

• Company Bonus Scheme
• Employee of the month scheme
• 50% staff discount on childcare places
• Birthday day off or Christmas shopping day
• Annual Christmas party for all Toad Hall Staff
• Long service awards at 5, 10, 15, 20 and 25 years' service!
• Opportunity to purchase additional Holiday

Key tasks and responsibilities

• Lead Quality and Compliance: Ensure the nursery meets all Ofsted, EYFS, and legislative requirements through high-quality practice, regular audits, and hands-on support in rooms.
• Inspire and Support the Team: Engage actively with children's learning and development while guiding, developing, and supporting staff across all areas - from daily practice to performance and wellbeing.
• Drive Success and Growth: Work closely with the Nursery Manager to manage budgets, occupancy, and staffing, contributing to a thriving, high-quality setting for children and families.

About our Woking Nursery

Conveniently located in Goldsworth Park, our bright, purpose-built nursery provides a safe, inspiring environment for children to learn, play, and grow.

Each room has free-flow access to large, secure gardens, including a dedicated growing patch where children can plant, grow, and care for fruits, vegetables, and flowers.

Who we are

Toad Hall Nursery Group was established in 1993 and since then we have grown to 14 settings, where 440 employees support our 1,100 children a day. As part of our supportive Nursery Group, you'll join a caring community that celebrates individuality and teamwork. Our nurseries share a warm, inclusive culture where collaboration and kindness come first.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, or disability status. We take safeguarding seriously and follow safe recruitment procedures. An enhanced DBS check will be required for this role.

In addition to a full and relevant Level 3 qualification and DBS check, the ideal candidate will also have a higher childcare qualification and/or a management or leadership qualification. Please be aware that candidates who do not have the relevant experience cannot be considered.

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